Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 24.274
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“The hunter then received the two great sages in the courtyard of his house. He spread out a straw mat for them to sit upon, and with great devotion he begged them to sit down.
What the purport teaches
- The hunter received the two great sages in the courtyard of his house.
- He spread out a straw mat for them to sit upon. His welcome used a simple item he had available.
- With great devotion, he begged the sages to sit down. His respectful invitation was part of his service.
Try this today
Offer someone a comfortable place to sit today, with a warm and respectful invitation.
Ask yourself
How can I make my welcome to others more attentive and respectful?
Carry the question through the day, then answer it in your own words before sleep.
The study points are short summaries drawn from Śrīla Prabhupāda's translation and purport; the practice and question are plain words for trying the verse today.